Week Ahead: Week 4, Term 2 (Monday 19th May – Sunday 25th May)

Important Update – Extra Curricular Activities 

From term 2 the new payment system will be directly linked to the digital permission slips on SchoolBridge. This means you’ll be able to make payments and give permission for your son’s activities in one easy step. 

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact our Finance Team at student.accounts@nbhs.school.nz  or by phoning 8335902. They’ll be happy to support you through the process. We appreciate your cooperation and support as we implement this improvement. 

Visiting Author – Te Kahu Rolleston 

On the 19th May some of our Year 9-11 students will meet Te Kahu Rolleston as part of their English curriculum.  

L1 Commerce Market Day 

Our L1 Commerce students will be holding their market day in the quad on Friday 23rd May at lunchtime. Bring your money! 

Kapa Haka 

Friday 23rd May our Kapa Haka team are performing at the Napier Municipal theatre 

Careers & Information Evenings 

Wednesday 21st May 6pm – Victoria University @ War Memorial 

Friday 23rd May – Waikato University open day in Hamilton 

Friday 23rd May – NZ Defence visit @ Location to be confirmed (at NBHS) 

Monday 26th May – Pacific International Hotel management school presentation to Yr 13 Eco class 

Tuesday 27th May – Tahatu Careers Expo – Year 12 and 13 @ Pettigrew Green Arena 5pm to 7pm 

Wednesday 28th May – Lincoln University Presentation  Yr 13 

Attendance Matters 

We are currently undertaking a thorough review of attendance across the school and reinforcing the expectation that all students attend school every day from Monday to Friday. Our own detailed data clearly demonstrates a strong correlation between attendance and achievement. Students with attendance rates above 80% are significantly more likely to achieve their NCEA levels. Therefore, improving overall attendance is a school-wide priority. For further discussion or help regarding your son’s attendance, please reach out to their Dean in the first instance. 

CAA Numeracy and Literacy 

Reminder: NZQA Literacy & Numeracy CAAs (online) are Weeks 4 & 5 of Term 2 (from May 19th). Year 11/12 (if needed) & 10XH/10XG will participate (10XH/G in class).  

Information Guide found here: NZQA Literacy and Numeracy Guide 

Students can find rooms for assessments outside E5 on the windows. 

 Year 11-13 students who have not passed their NCEA literacy and/or Numeracy will be taking the below assessments. These assessments will take place during your son’s Period 2 class.  

• Tuesday 20th May – Numeracy 

• Friday 23rd May – Writing 

• Tuesday 27th May – Reading 

What’s Due  

NCEA Internal Assessments due in Week 13:

Your son’s assessment dates can now be accessed via the SchoolBridge App via the “Assessment calendar” icon

NCEA Level 1
Subject	Achievement or Unit Standard
Science	Chemistry and Biology 1.1 – Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between a microorganism and the environment
Agriculture	Agricultural and Horticultural Science 1.2 – Demonstrate understanding of factors that influence the purpose and location of primary production
Japanese	Japanese 1.1 – Interact in spoken Japanese to share and respond to information, ideas, and opinions
Spanish	Spanish 1.1 – Interact in spoken Spanish to share and respond to information, ideas, and opinions

 

NCEA Level 2
Subject	Achievement or Unit Standard
Chemistry	Chemistry 2.1 – Carry out a practical investigation into a substance present in a consumer product using quantitative analysis
Woodwork	Complete a BCATS project

 

NCEA Level 3
Subject	Achievement or Unit Standard
Music	Music Studies 3.10 – Research a music topic

 Careers  

If your son is in Y13 they are encouraged to make an appointment with the Career Department. The Careers Department can provide support and guidance related to tertiary study, apprenticeships and employment opportunities. They can also assist with CV writing. To make an appointment your son should contact Mr Te Rito Tte@nbhs.school.nz or Mrs Kettle lkettle@nbhs.school.nz  

University Information evenings 

University	Date	Time	Venue	Link for Registration
Victoria	21st May	6-8pm	Napier War Memorial Centre	https://www.facebook.com/share/1HmGPH2PoZ/
Lincoln	28th May	5.30-7pm	Napier War Memorial Centre	Visit Website: Hawke’s Bay Information Evening :: Lincoln University
Canterbury	3rd June	6-8pm	Napier War Memorial Centre	https://www.facebook.com/share/1BbrenqyX2/
Otago	4th   June	6.30pm	Napier War Memorial Centre	Visit Website: Schools’ Liaison Office Information events, Schools’ Liaison Office | University of Otago
Waikato	11th June	6-8pm	Napier War Memorial Centre	Visit Website: Key engagement and information events :: University of Waikato
Auckland	25th June	6-8pm	Napier War Memorial Centre	Visit Website: The University of Auckland